2008 TOYOTA CAMRY Wiper

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2-3. Operating the lights and wipers
Fog light switch (if equipped)
The fog lights improve visibility in difficult driving conditions, such
as in rain or fog. They can be turned on only when the headlights are
on low beam.
Off
Front fog lights on

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2-3. Operating the lights and wipers
2
When driving
Windshield wipers and washer
■The windshield wiper and washers can be operated when
Vehicles with smart key system
The “ENGINE START STOP” switch is in IGNITION ON mode. Vehicles without smart key system
The engine switch is in “ON” position.
■ If no windshield washer fluid sprays
Check that the washer nozzles are not blocked and if there is washer fluid in
the windshield washer fluid reservoir.
Wiper intervals can be adjusted for intermittent operation (when
“INT” is selected).
Intermittent windshield
wiper interval adjustment
(increase)
Intermittent windshield
wiper interval adjustment
(decrease)
Intermittent windshield
wiper operation
Low speed windshield wiper
operation
High speed windshield
wiper operation
Temporary operation
Wash/wipe operation
Wipers operate automatically.

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NOTICE
■When the windshield is dry
Do not use the wipers, as they may damage the windshield.
■ When there is no washer fluid spray from the nozzle
Damage to the washer fluid pump may be caused if the lever is pulled
toward you and held continually.
■ When a nozzle becomes blocked
Do not try to clear it with a pin or other object. The nozzle will be damaged.

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2-5. Driving information
2
When driving
Winter driving tips
Carry out the necessary preparations and inspections before driving
the vehicle in winter. Always drive the vehicle in a manner appropri-
ate to the prevailing weather conditions.
■ Pre-winter preparations
●Use fluids that are appropriate to the prevailing outside tem-
peratures.
• Engine oil
• Engine coolant
• Washer fluid
● Have a service technician inspect the level and specific grav-
ity of battery electrolyte.
● Have the vehicle fitted with four snow tires or purchase a set
of tire chains for the front tires.
Ensure that all tires are the same size and brand, and that chains
match the size of the tires.
■Before driving the vehicle
Perform the following according to the driving conditions.
●Do not try to forcibly open a window or move a wiper that is
frozen. Pour warm water over the frozen area to melt the ice.
Wipe away the water immediately to prevent it from freezing.
● To ensure proper operation of th e climate control system fan,
remove any snow that has accumulated on the air inlet vents
in front of the windshield.
● Remove any ice that has accumu lated on the vehicle chassis.
● Periodically check for and remove any excess ice or snow
that may have accumulated in the wheel well or on the
brakes.

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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
10 A/C
7.5 A Air conditioning system
11 PWR 25 A Power windows
12 DOOR NO.2 25 A Main body ECU
13 S/ROOF 30 A Electric moon roof
14 TAIL 15 AFront side marker lights, tail lights,
rear side marker lights, license
plate lights, front turn signal/park-
ing lights
15 PANEL 7.5 ANavigation system, seat heaters,
emergency flashers, air condition-
ing system, audio system, clock,
glove box light, instrument panel
lights, steering switches
16 ECU IG NO.1 10 A Main body ECU, electric moon
roof, tire pressure warning system,
electric cooling fans, auto anti-glare
inside rear view mirror
17 ECU IG NO.2 7.5 A Anti-lock brake system, vehicle sta-
bility control system, traction con-
trol system, brake assist system,
shift lock control system, auto-
matic transmission, cruise control
system
18 A/C NO.2 10 AAir conditioning system, rear win-
dow defogger
19 WASH 10 A Windshield wipers and washer
20 S-HTR 20 A Seat heaters
21 GAUGE NO.1 10 A Emergency flashers, back-up
lights, charging system
22 WIP 25 A Windshield wipers and washer
23 H-LP LVL 7.5 A No circuit
FuseAmpereCircuit

470 Alphabetical index
Seat beltsAdjusting the seat belt .............55
Automatic Locking
Retractor ...............................58
Child restraint system
installation ........................... 105
Cleaning and maintaining the seat belts ...................... 301
Emergency Locking Retractor ...............................58
How to wear your seat belt......55
How your child should wear
the seat belt ..........................59
Pregnant women, proper seat
belt use .................................58
Reminder light ....................... 384
Seat belt extenders .................59
Seat belt pretensioners ...........57
Seat heaters.............................. 281
Seating capacity....................... 168
Seats Adjustment ........................49, 51
Adjustment precautions........... 50
Child seats/child restraint system installation .............. 105
Cleaning ................................ 300
Head restraint..........................53
Properly sitting in the seat .......82
Rear seat folding down ...........52
Seat heaters .......................... 281
Service reminder indicators .............................. 145
Shift lever Automatic transmission ......... 133
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P................. 413
Manual transmission ............. 137
Shift lock system ..................... 413
Side airbags................................84
Side marker lights Replacing light bulbs ............. 368
Switch.................................... 152
Wattage ................................. 438 Side mirror
Adjusting ................................. 66
Smart key system Entry function .......................... 26
Starting the engine ................ 127
Spare tire Inflation pressure .................. 344
Spare tire .............................. 400
Spark plug ................................ 433
Specifications .......................... 428
Speedometer ............................ 141
Steering Column lock release ..... 128, 131
Steering wheel
Adjustment .............................. 63
Air conditioning system switches .............................. 191
Audio switches ...................... 229
Stop lights Replacing light bulbs ............. 368
Wattage................................. 438
Storage box .............................. 287
Storage feature ........................ 267
Storage precautions ................ 165
Stuck If your vehicle becomes
stuck ................................... 424
Sun visors ................................ 275
Sunshade Rear ...................................... 284
Roof ........................................ 71
Switch
Engine switch ................ 127, 130
Fog light switch ..................... 156
Ignition switch ............... 127, 130
Light switches ....................... 152
Power door lock switch ........... 41
Power window switch .............. 68
Window lock switch ................. 68
Wiper and washer switch ...... 157S

472 Alphabetical index
Vanity lightsVanity lights ........................... 276
Wattage ................................. 438
Vanity mirrors........................... 276
Vehicle identification number ................................... 428
Vehicle stability control........... 162
VSC............................................ 162
Warning buzzers Brake system ........................ 381
Downshifting.......................... 136
Open door ............................. 384
Seat belt reminder ................. 384
Warning lights Anti-lock brake system .......... 382
Brake assist system .............. 382
Brake system ........................ 381
Charging system .... ............... 382
Engine oil maintenance ......... 384
Engine oil pressure ............... 382
Low fuel level ........................ 384
Low tire pressure warning light ..................................... 384
Malfunction indicator lamp .... 382
Master warning light .............. 384
Open door ............................. 384
Pretensioners ........................ 382
Seat belt reminder light ......... 384
SRS airbags .......................... 382
Traction control ..................... 382
Vehicle stability control.......... 382
Washer fluid .......................... 384 Warning messages
Engine coolant
temperature ........................ 392
Engine oil maintenance......... 394
Engine oil pressure ............... 392
Hood ..................................... 394
Moon roof .............................. 394
Open door ............................. 394
Parking brake ........................ 394
Smart key system .. ............... 397
Steering lock ......................... 393
Traction control ..................... 393
Trunk ..................................... 394
Vehicle stability control ......... 393
Washer fluid .......................... 394
Washer Checking ............................... 333
Preparing and checking
before winter ....................... 169
Switch ................................... 157
Washing and waxing ............... 298
Weight Cargo capacity ...................... 165
Load limits ............................. 168
Weight ................................... 428
Wheels ...................................... 348
Window glasses ........................ 68
Window lock switch................... 68
Windows
Power windows ....................... 68
Rear window defogger .......... 199
Washer.................................. 157
Windshield wipers ................... 157
Wireless remote control key Replacing the battery ............ 353
Wireless remote control .......... 37
WMA disc.................................. 217V
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